The desire to bathe outdoors is as old as time. The Nature of Swimming highlights some of the world's most beautiful places for people to swim, bathe, play, and heal. From tidal pools in South Africa to hot springs in japan, floating saunas in Sweden to waterfalls in Mexico, this book explores the all-round benefits of bathing to mind and body. The Nature of Swimming features beautiful photographs of enticing waters in all shades of green and blue and essays that dive into the history and attractions of bathing across territories and time. Whether it is fabulous harbors and waterways in cities with established cultures of bathing, or places far removed from the hustle and bustle of metropolitan life, this book shines a light on the indelible connection between humans and water.